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Marin Winter Series 2008/09
I am really looking forward to this years winter series.
My first winter series was in 2006 and I had just started getting into
biking. This was my first race and I was a little nervous but the
organisation was brilliant and the other competitors were friendly which put
me at ease. I will never forget my first race as I enjoyed it that much,
ever since then I cant wait for the cold weather to come!
Dates are below:
November 9th 08
December 7th 08
January 25th 09
February 22nd 09
Venues have not been 100% confirmed, visit www.thetfordracing.com nearer the
time for more details.
Bicyclemania Report from Darren ...
Registration was very well organised and a simple affair just sign in, tie
on your number to the bike & get to the start line on time.
The route this year on the whole was the same course as last year so you knew
what was coming, or we though we did, the ground was pretty firm going with
just the odd slippery & muddy bits in the off/road sections so it made for
delicate biking skills. The weather warm and sunny, a first for
Bicyclemania, helped give some fast times. The views on the course were
glorious, "No Mud Bath to speak of"! As last year the route took in some of
Lincolnshire's bridle paths, byways, woodland tracks, sharp up-hills, small
down-hills, edge of fields & country lanes.
"A total of 117 riders had a bash at the 63km route" one great turn out....again.
Everyone seemed to be in good spirits for the event the route was well
signed and marshalled too, the feed stations were well stocked with water &
juice, chocolate & bananas. A big thanks must go out to all involved in the
making this a great Lincolnshire event.
Results for Team Yello Velo were as follows:
13th Darren Smith 3.19:28
34th Robin Van Der Heyden 3.36:20
62nd David Killick 4.11:15
You can view some movie by clicking the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8uyJp4zYsU
 
Darren at left and Dave prepare for the start.
Robin tackles a climb.
From Darren Smith:
Just to follow up from Thursday, (club TT night) it has been decided that the Bicyclemania
On/Off Road MTB Bike Challenge, Saturday 14th June 2008 will be where the
Club MTB trophy is contested.
Could you please add this to the website to inform members and remind them
that this is a great local event (there are not many MTB events in
Lincolnshire)to participate in no matter how great their MTB skills are.
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Or ...
Tonya's Challenge - Southwell, Notts - Sunday 1st June 2008
Whether you want a bimble with the kids (5 and 10 miles) or go out for a
fast time on the longer hillier routes (20 & 37 miles)-Tonya's Challenge has
it all. Great Riding, Great Views and Heaps of food.
Green Trail 5.5 miles Blue Trail 9.5 miles Red Trail 20 miles Black
Trail 37 miles
Entry fees £10 Adult, £5 Child 16 and under, Family fee 2 Adults and 3
children £25
For more info visit http://tonyas-challenge.org/
Bicyclemania On/Off Road MTB Bike Challenge, Saturday 14th June 2008
Would you be interested in a Moutain Bike Challenge?
Based in and around N.E. Lincolnshire's rolling Wolds countryside.
Marked 63km trail with map and refreshment pit-stop's on route!
Low entrance fee, Tonnes of spot prizes to be had.
For more details and entry form follow the link
http://www.bicyclemania.co.uk/challenge2008index.htm
Remember this is not a Race it is a Challenge. Last year there was a very
mixed field of over 100 riders, including a tandem!
If you have questions please just email me,
Darren Smith.
2008 Midlands XC - R1
Hanchurch Woods 30/3/08 - Linking together the best trails hidden deep in
the woods. Expect heaps of tight, twisty singletrack, short punchy climbs
and some hidden extra's to keep you entertained.
Age on 31/12/08 denotes category. Juveniles must be min 12 on race day.
Please Note: This race has now been confirmed as pre entry only and is 80%
full. If you plan to race then get entered now. The quickest way is via our
online entry section which gives you instant confirmation. Entries will
close on March 26 or when entries are full....whichever is earlier. There
will be no entries on the day.
2008 Midlands XC - R2
Cannock Chase 25/5/08 - Old school cross country course - good climbs to gap
people, fast descents to catch people. A mixture of singletrack and
doubletrack hidden in the depths of the forest, combined with an array of
fern-lined trails switchbacking high above the valley floor. Roots, rocks
and berms will make this a challenging but rewarding course for all.
2008 Midlands XC - R3
Sherwood Pines 3/8/08 - Miles upon miles of fast flowing singletrack with
lots of shoulder skimming trees to catch you out.
Visit www.xcracer.com for more details
Also the First round of the NPS is in the second week of April. On the
Saturday you get the Pro's competing but the Sunday is great fun for
everyone!
ROUND 1 - 12/13 APRIL
Saturday 12 April: National Points Series XC, Round 1
Sunday 13 April: Whyte Racing Enduro Series (100 Km, 75 Km, 50 Km, 25 Km
Fun), Round 1
Location: Thetford, Mayday Meadow
Visit www.britishnps.co.uk/index.htm for more details
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